The initial line-up for this year’s V Festival has been announced, with Justin Bieber and Rihanna revealed as the headline acts for 2016.

The full line-up for this year’s festival (Image via V Festival)
Rihanna’s appearance at the festival will coincide with the UK circuit of her Anti World Tour. Meanwhile, Bieber will make a brief appearance for the festival season, before returning to the UK in October for his Purpose World Tour.
Other acts appearing on this year’s line-up include Sia, David Guetta, Kaiser Chiefs, Faithless, Little Mix, Bastille, Jess Glynne, Jake Bugg, Halsey, Rita Ora, Years & Years, Tinie Tempah, Craig David, Lethal Bizzle, Example, James Morrison, Foxes, John Newman and Big Sean.
The festival, which this year celebrates it’s 21st anniversary, will take place from 20th-21st August 2016. The general sale for tickets will begin on Friday 26th February from 9:30am. Virgin Media customers can purchase pre-sale tickets now.
For more information and ticket details, visit the V Festival website.